Best Historic Restaurants in Little Tokyo

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1. Redbird - Los Angeles

4.7

Exceptional(3067)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 50 times today

Located in downtown Los Angeles, Redbird is carved into one of the city’s most historic edifices, inside the rectory building of Vibiana – a premier wedding, events and performing arts venue. Chef | Owner Neal Fraser and Owner | Operator Amy Knoll have crafted a beautifully dynamic restaurant space within which to enjoy Chef Fraser's critically acclaimed Modern American menu. Wine Director Christopher Dugan’s wine list is well-rounded with great finds from both established and emerging regions throughout the world. Bar Director Tobin Shea's cocktail offerings feature well-balanced, bespoke renditions of the classics, as well as inventive and inspired originals. Indoor and outdoor seating options are available for brunch, happy hour + dinner.The Main Dining Room offers open air dining under our retractable roof with views of the Vibiana bell tower and the upper balconies of the rectory building. The Lounge offers dining tables along the banquette and windows overlooking 2nd St.

2. Mrs. Fish

4.5

Awesome(1658)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 27 times today

A truly unique dining and cocktail experience nestled below the main level of the historic Pershing Square Building, in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. Mrs. Fish is a subterranean Japanese restaurant lounge providing the perfect gathering place for after-work libations, pre-theater bites or full dining experiences. *Walk-ins after 10:45pm must be 21+ with ID*Valet Parking is offered Tuesday – Saturday for $13.00 Cash, $14 Credit Card. *Our Dress Code is Upscale Casual preferred. Presentable shirts, jeans, or shorts are acceptable.*We advise guests to arrive at the time of reservation to Check-in for table. We have a 15 minute grace period if guests are running late. The restaurant charges a 20% auto-gratuity on all food and beverage items for parties and groups of 6 or larger. The full amount of the gratuity is distributed to employees in the chain of service to the guests.

3. Caldo Verde

4.6

Exceptional(495)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 6 times today

The grand tradition of downtown dining finds a modern, casual elegance at Caldo Verde. Here, the James Beard Award-winning team of chefs Suzanne Goin and Restaurateur Caroline Styne blend local flavors and boutique wines with the old California influences. The stately setting offers a richly-designed entrance, lobby bar, main room, and private dining. Outdoor seating opens onto the bustle of Broadway, while historic windows bathe the architectural space in natural light. L.A.-based artistry runs throughout, from Morgan Peck ceramics and lighting, to a monolithic Judson Studios stained glasswork.

4. Traxx

3.7

Very Good(11)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Traxx Restaurant and Traxx Bar are located inside beautiful, historic Union Station in Downtown Los Angeles. We are a semi-fine dining restaurant with a casual attitude and relaxed atmosphere. Our restaurant serves scratch made American Bistro dishes using local a local bakery and local ingredients. We offer seating on our concourse (located in front of the restaurant inside Union Station), the Dining Room, and on our outside Patio in the courtyard. We also serve Traxx Bar, located across the concourse inside Union Station at the main entrance. Traxx Bar hours are M-F 11:30-10pm with kitchen hours until 8pm and Sat & Sun 12-10pm with kitchen hours until 7pm.

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5. The Biltmore Los Angeles

4.2

Awesome(119)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

History, luxury and opulence seamlessly intertwine at The Biltmore Los Angeles, setting the stage for unforgettable dining experiences. Discover why locals and guests love one of downtown L.A.’s favorite historic watering holes, Gallery Bar & Grill, where carved angels elegantly grace the granite bar. Enjoy wine, beer and unforgettable cocktails. Sample light fare and classic bar eats at our nostalgic Gallery Bar & Grill with its comfortable couches and memorabilia-filled cabinets.Enjoy live music every second and last Saturday from 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM.

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6. Ristorante Per L'Ora

4.6

Exceptional(238)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

As the namesake neighborhood restaurant of our hotel, Per L'Ora thoughtfully expresses LA culture and lifestyle through reimagined flavors of coastal Italy.

7. The Association

4.5

Awesome(2)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown

Booked 2 times today

Table reservations can be reserved with no drink minimum for small tables (up to 10) and large tables (up to 25-30). Guests can order a-la-cart or bottle service (see our bottle service menu). For group reservations of 20+ or more guests, email us at reservations@circa93.com.The Association, located in the historic Bank District in Downtown, LA, is a low-key, NYC-style lounge, offering classic cocktails in a warm and inviting ambiance.Shielded on the subterranean level of the Pacific Electric Lofts building, The Association's exterior is simply represented by its unique black door with a brass lion head knocker. The musical taste of the venue is considered eclectic, ranging from classic rock, disco, old school hip-hop, electronic, pop & current music. On Wednesdays The Association features live jazz.The Association's intimate setting offers Downtown locals and visitors a place to indulge and be entertained without the a hassle.

8. Poppy + Rose

4.0

Excellent(659)

Price: Moderate

• American • Flower District

Poppy + Rose is known for our buttermilk fried chicken & waffles, pulled pork hash, mimosas, rose mojito and more! Come visit us at the historic SoCal Flower Market 7 days a week from 9AM-3PM. Poppy+Rose's Rooftop Patio is currently closed; all groups will be seated in our indoor dining room located at 765 Wall Street. Poppy+Rose welcomes walk-ins 7 days a week. For groups up to 8, reservations can be made Mon-Thurs via Open Table. We do not take reservations on Friday or Saturday for groups under 9.For groups of 9+ we offer large party pricing and reservations 7 days a week for our dining room only. While a reservation for a large group is not necessary, the pricing for large parties will still apply to all walk-in parties of 9+. For large party reservations and buyout pricing please email gm@poppyandrose.com.

9. Engine Co. No. 28

3.9

Excellent(1633)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

VALET PARKING $20 per carHoused in a beautifully restored 1912 firehouse, Engine Co. No. 28 located 3 blocks from the Staples Center and the Los Angeles Convention center has been putting out appetite fires since 1989 with classic American dishes inspired by the regional cooking of firehouses across the country. The menu features a "signature" Meatloaf, crispy hand-breaded fried chicken, a burger to remember and a great assortment of handmade cocktails, a consistently updated wine list, and a great draft beer selection.The restaurant is reminiscent of the classic grills of San Francisco and New York - mahogany booths, granite bar, and original brass fire pole with eclectic old filament light bulbs to add to the motif.

10. Moreton Fig

4.7

Exceptional(508)

Price: Moderate

• reserved • Downtown

Booked 3 times today

Moreton Fig is a unique USC Hospitality concept located in the Ronald Tutor Campus Center. The stylish, vibrant space features a coffee and tea cafe, indoor seating & outdoor patio anchored by USC's historic Moreton Bay Fig Trees. Moreton Fig is open for coffee and grab and go style breakfast & lunch items Monday through Friday from 8 AM until 2 PM. The patio is available for private and semi-private dining - to book please contact our events team at 213-740-5956 or Private.Events@usc.edu.

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Kristanvip
Los Angeles •68 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful brunch at Red Bird. We enjoyed the service and the food very much. It is so nice to relax and enjoy good food in a beautiful setting without feeling rushed. The menu is a great mix of sweet and savory items; the portions are ample enough to share if you feel like a bite of both. Looking forward to returning soon.
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Redbird - Los AngelesPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.7
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Leila
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious food and great service. Beautiful restaurant located in downtown Los Angeles.
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Caldo VerdePrice: Expensive• Californian• Downtown
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4.6
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April
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Mrs Fish was so amazing! The service to the food to the drinks were all amazing! My boyfriend and I got baked crab roll, shrimp skewer, baked cod, uni pasta, scallop nigiri, and four different drinks. We loved everything that we ate! The fish tank was really nice to look at too! All the servers, bartender, and hosts were alls so very friendly. We cant wait to come back next time!
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Mrs. FishPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Downtown
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4.5
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StacieS
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 Nov 2024
Staff friendly, professional, and made us feel welcome. There was a beautiful Asian woman who I believe is the manager—she’s outstanding! Our server was a beautiful Latina who was elegant, professional, and attentive. As a black woman, I felt very welcome and appreciated the female and multicultural representation. I will be back🤓
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The Biltmore Los AngelesPrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.2
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John
Los Angeles •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 14 Oct 2024
Traxx offers good value for the money in an historic setting amid the vaulted ceilings of LA’s Union Station. The companion bar across the way makes good cocktails. They are open 11 to 8 and Traxx is for lunch or an early dinner.
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TraxxPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown
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3.7

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40 restaurants available nearby

1. Redbird - Los Angeles

2. Mrs. Fish

3. Caldo Verde

4. Traxx

5. The Biltmore Los Angeles

6. Ristorante Per L'Ora

7. The Association

8. Poppy + Rose

9. Engine Co. No. 28

10. Moreton Fig

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